The Davidson experience presents academic challenge within a distinctively supportive community. Located 20 miles north of Charlotte in Davidson, N.C., Davidson is a liberal arts college that emphasizes the impact of relationships and experiential learning. Popular academic programs include, political science, biology, economics, neuroscience, computer science, and Pre-Med/Allied Health. We are governed by a vital Honor Code that sets the tone for academic and residential life. We are the alma mater to 23 Rhodes Scholars, and home to 21 sports at a NCAA Division I level. Davidson is proud to be the first liberal arts college to eliminate loans in financial aid packages through the Davidson Trust.

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Admissions

Application Deadline

January 11

Acceptance Rate

20%

SAT Range

1300-1460

ACT Range

30-33

Application Fee

$50

SAT/ACT

Considered but not required

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Yes

Cost

Net Price

$28,615 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$42,129 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

69%

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Academics

Professors

Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

9:1

Evening Degree Programs

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Majors

Computer Science at Davidson College

A major or minor in Computer Science supports students interested in core computing ideas and techniques, and in the application and expression of those concepts for the benefit of society. Recent Davidson graduates work in industry or pursue graduate degrees in computer science and related fields at programs including Stanford, Duke, and University of Maryland College Park.

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Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

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Mix of Online and on Campus
85%
On Campus
5%
Online
10%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

1,983 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

Undergrads Over 25

Pell Grant

14%

Varsity Athletes

24%

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Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus

100%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$58,900 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

93%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

88%

National

83%